Samuel Ward Academy

About Samuel Ward Academy

Welcome to Samuel Ward Academy, a school that celebrates our past while looking ahead to the future. We offer a range of subjects and activities to help our students thrive.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr T Johnston

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

67.8

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

43.2

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.23

Progress 8

Below average

36.4%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

64.5%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

19.7% entered EBacc

10.1% achieved EBacc

228 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2023

5.0

"Excellent school all round!"

I am so impressed with Samuel Ward Academy, my son is in Year 9 and thriving. The facilities are excellent, especially the sports equipment and the iPad scheme for the sixth form. The staff are very supportive and the values the school promotes, such as kindness and respect, are fantastic. I highly recommend this school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

4.0

"Good transition process and supportive staff"

We were a bit worried about our daughter's transition from primary school, but the staff at Samuel Ward were very reassuring. They explained the process clearly and kept us updated throughout. My daughter has settled in well and is happy. We're pleased with the school's values and the opportunities available to the students.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rachel G Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

3.0

"Some positives but could be improved"

I have mixed feelings about Samuel Ward Academy. My son attended the school a few years ago and had a good experience, but there were some issues with communication between teachers and parents. The facilities are decent, but the sixth form programs could be more varied. Overall, it's an okay school, but could be improved.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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